1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Dodge 600
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge 600 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 91 more horse power than 1987 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 980 kg more than 1987 Dodge 600. 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 1987 Dodge 600. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | 600 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2630 mm |
