1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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 87 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2380 mm |
