1977 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
