1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 970 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 930 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2510 mm |