1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 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 15 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (193 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (280 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
