1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1991 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1991 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Suburban | Summit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2400 mm |
