1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-150. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | E-150 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3505 mm |