1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 17 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 93 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Dion |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |