1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 670 kg more than 1994 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1994 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
