1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Camaro | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
