1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 405 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Astro |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |