1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is newer by 16 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, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 796 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
