1987 Buick Regal vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 860 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Regal | Suburban |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3300 mm |