1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Suburban | Mistral |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |