1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 24 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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1989 GMC Suburban | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Cruze |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |