2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 562 kg more than 2001 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Park Avenue | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 2244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |