1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 22 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Challenger. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2946 mm |
