1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 538 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2690 mm |
