1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | C |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |