1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 30 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 595 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2946 mm |
