1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 21 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |
