1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 24 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TSX. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Suburban | TSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2708 mm |
