1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 16 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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.
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1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |