1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Continental |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
