1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 716 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 928 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2510 mm |