1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. Both 1990 Chevrolet Suburban and 1996 Pontiac Firebird are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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 1996 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
