2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 907 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
