2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Suburban | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
