1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Jeep Liberty. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2700 mm |
