1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |