1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 20 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Altima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2675 mm |
