1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2920 mm |
