1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Caprice | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
