1990 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 625 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Suburban |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3300 mm |