2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 849 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3350 mm |