1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Suburban | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
