1976 Buick Estate vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Estate | Suburban |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |