1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3350 mm |
