1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1994 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1994 Subaru Vivio is newer by 5 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 165 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Subaru Vivio. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Vivio. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Vivio 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 | 1994 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2320 mm |
