1987 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
