2001 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 12 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 134 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Lanos.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2001 Daewoo Lanos 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:
| 2001 Daewoo Lanos | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Daewoo | GMC |
| Model | Lanos | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3300 mm |
