1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 263 kg more than 2013 Infiniti FX.
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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Suburban | FX |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2885 mm |