2004 Buick Regal vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |
