1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |