1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 244 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | CL |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2954 mm |