1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 376 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 117 L |
