1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Suburban | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2090 mm |
