2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1992 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1992 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Suburban | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2664 mm |
