1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra is newer by 21 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Astra. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Astra 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.
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1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Suburban | Astra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |