1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Silverado |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |