1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Porsche 930. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 930 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 930 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
