2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
