1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 32 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1221 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 983 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Suburban | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2667 mm |
