2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini LM. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1983 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Suburban | LM |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |