1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (373 Nm). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
