1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 315 kg more than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Daimler 4.2. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Suburban | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2870 mm |
