1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 18 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 578 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
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 (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Suburban | IS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2731 mm |