1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Ram |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 4080 mm |
