1978 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Estate. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2390 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 |
