1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 959. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Porsche 959. (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Porsche 959.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 959 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2280 mm |