1988 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 231 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Estate | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |