1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 866 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2560 mm |
