1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Typhoon | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3650 mm |
