1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Suburban and 1989 Ford Sierra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 83 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Sierra. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Sierra 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 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
