1980 Buick Electra vs. 1982 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1982 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 505 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1982 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Suburban |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2230 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 |