2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3300 mm |
