1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Dodge Shadow
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Shadow has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Shadow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 Dodge Shadow | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Shadow |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
