1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 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 28 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Camry. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Camry.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Camry. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Camry. (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
