1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 20 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. 2012 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2946 mm |
