1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 28 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Suburban | SRX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2807 mm |
