1978 Buick Electra vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
