1977 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
