1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 14 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 180 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Life |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |