1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Suburban. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1986 Lamborghini LM 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 | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Suburban | LM |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
