1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Aspire | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3300 mm |
