2003 Acura CL vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 20 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Acura CL. 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 2003 Acura CL. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 7445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |