1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Commodore. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
