1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 333 kg more than 1988 Lexus LS.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Suburban | LS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2820 mm |
