1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 79 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Elantra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |