2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1991 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 417 kg more than 1991 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lexus LS. (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1991 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Suburban | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
