1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 148 L |
