1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 19 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. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 2009 Nissan Titan. 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Titan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3560 mm |
