1988 GMC Suburban vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
