1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3350 mm |
