2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
