1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3230 mm |
