1983 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
