1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 2012 Cadillac CTS. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Suburban | CTS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
