1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Seven |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2190 mm |
