1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 1990 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
