1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Y10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Y10 has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Y10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2170 mm |
