2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3300 mm |
