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1984Special Purpose Vehicle 2WDRegular

1984 Chevrolet Suburban C10 2WD

EPA ID: 27551
12
City MPG
13
Combined MPG
13MPG· Below Avg
15
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 1984 Chevrolet Suburban C10 2WD achieves an EPA-estimated 13 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 12 MPG in the city and 15 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 5L 8-cylinder engine paired with a automatic 4-spd, this special purpose vehicle 2wd features 2-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 1984 Suburban C10 2WD produces approximately 684 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Suburban C10 2WD has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $4,600, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $12,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine5L 8-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Drive Type2-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions684 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score-1/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$4,600
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $12,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
13.2
Impact vs EPA
$-57
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$775/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$16,800
36.1%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$20,192
43.4%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,125
19.6%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.9%
Total 5-Year Cost$46,517

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #07E088000·2007-11-08
critical
Component: EQUIPMENT

CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$4,600
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $12,250

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City12 MPG
Highway15 MPG
Combined13 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

136.7 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 169 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 11.4 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.