1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
