2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 69 L |
