1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Suburban | Century |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2662 mm |
