1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1999 Steyr G-series is newer by 16 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, 1999 Steyr G-series (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Steyr G-series.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Steyr G-series. (448 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Suburban | G-series |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
