1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3300 mm |
