1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Suburban | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3020 mm |
