1977 Buick Estate vs. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 1977 Buick Estate and 1977 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Suburban |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |