2000 Buick Cielo vs. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Buick Cielo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Cielo (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2000 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cielo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
