2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 26 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Lumina | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3300 mm |
