1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 21 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, 2011 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKZ 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 2011 Lincoln MKZ. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2011 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| 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 | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2728 mm |
