2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3300 mm |
