1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Telstar 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 132 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
