1980 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet 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, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3350 mm |
