1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 865 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 965. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 965 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 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 965 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
