2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Suburban | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |