2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 18 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 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6172 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3300 mm |
