2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3300 mm |
