1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Porsche 944 is newer by 4 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 77 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 944. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 985 kg more than 1987 Porsche 944. 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 1987 Porsche 944. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 944 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
