2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Suburban | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2662 mm |
