1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1989 GMC Suburban | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2748 mm |