1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 11 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 82 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 680 kg more than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. 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 1994 Fiat Ulysse. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Ulysse 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.
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1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |