1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |