1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 407 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
