2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 884 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger.
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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Charger | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3300 mm |