2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 146 kg more than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3300 mm |
