1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 505 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | E |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1474 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2874 mm |