2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 25 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |
