1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 31 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 572 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Outback |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |