1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara.

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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Navara.

Compare all specifications:

1990 GMC Suburban 2008 Nissan Navara
Make GMC Nissan
Model Suburban Navara
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 209 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 3210 mm


 

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