1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Suburban. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
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1988 GMC Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Colorado |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |