1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 23 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
