1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. Both 1984 Chevrolet Corvette and 1990 GMC Suburban are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Suburban. 1990 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1984 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:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3300 mm |
