1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 18 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Suburban | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Envoy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |