1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 26 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, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 704 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus LS. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Suburban | LS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2980 mm |
