2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1356 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2210 mm |
