1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 22 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 256 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2946 mm |
