1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |
