1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Porsche 911

To start off, both 1990 Chevrolet Suburban and 1990 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.

Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Suburban 1990 Porsche 911
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Suburban 911
Year Released 1990 1990
Body Type SUV Roadster
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5733 cc 3163 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 209 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1260 mm


 

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