2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3300 mm |
