1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 564 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 928 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1536 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 |