1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | GMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | 300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3053 mm |
