1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Suburban.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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.
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1989 GMC Suburban | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2624 mm |