2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 137 kg more than 1983 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |
