2004 Acura TL vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 692 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3350 mm |
