1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 640 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |
