2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Suburban | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2662 mm |
