1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1982 Chevrolet Suburban 1990 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Suburban Camaro
Year Released 1982 1990
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4091 cc 3133 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 129 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2230 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2570 mm