2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 692 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |