1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
