1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 23 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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 2013 Lincoln Navigator. 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3023 mm |
