1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 88 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3302 mm |
