2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1987 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 382 kg more than 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1987 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LaCrosse | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3300 mm |
