1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 985 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Subaru XT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | XT |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2470 mm |