1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 24 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (301 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | G |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
