1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 7 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
