2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1982 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1982 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2230 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 |
