1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 535 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2011 Buick Regal (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Suburban | Regal |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2738 mm |