1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 950 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2416 mm |
