1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | S | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3837 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 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 | 1585 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
