1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 23 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala 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 2013 Chevrolet Impala. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
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1990 GMC Suburban | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Impala |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2807 mm |