1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 22 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, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Suburban | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
