1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Suburban | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |