1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Suburban | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |