1982 Buick Electra vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Suburban |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |