1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 25 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, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Suburban | XL7 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |