1988 GMC Suburban vs. 1988 Toyota Model F

To start off, both 1988 GMC Suburban and 1988 Toyota Model F were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 132 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F.

Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.

Compare all specifications:

1988 GMC Suburban 1988 Toyota Model F
Make GMC Toyota
Model Suburban Model F
Year Released 1988 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1812 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2240 mm


 

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