1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 9 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 55 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 GMC Suburban | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3400 mm |