1984 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 644 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
