1988 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |
