2008 Acura TL vs. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3300 mm |
