1979 Buick Regal vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal 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 89 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Regal | Suburban |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 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 |