2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 69 L |
