1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Panda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
