1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Suburban | 500D |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 1850 mm |
