1988 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 625 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |
