1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban 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 94 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Scorpio. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Scorpio 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 | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |
