1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Silverado |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |