1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 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 69 more horse power than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 880 kg more than 1991 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
