1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Nissan Laurel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban 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 118 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Laurel. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
