1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 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 84 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2329 mm |
