1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Tipo | Suburban |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |