1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 15 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (325 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Diamante |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |