1988 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 GMC Suburban | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Suburban | Vitara |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |