1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3300 mm |
