1986 GMC Suburban vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, both 1986 GMC Suburban and 1986 Buick Century were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Suburban | Century |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2662 mm |
