1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 18 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
