2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1988 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Avalanche | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
