1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 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 11 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Caprice | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
