1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Honda NSX

To start off, both 1988 Chevrolet Suburban and 1988 Honda NSX were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.

Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Suburban 1988 Honda NSX
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Suburban NSX
Year Released 1988 1988
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5733 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 208 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 288 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5300 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2510 mm


 

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