1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Suburban |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3302 mm |