1998 Buick Signia vs. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Signia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Signia | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |
