1988 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1988 GMC Suburban | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |