1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 33 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, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 733 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Suburban | Verano |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |