2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3350 mm |