1980 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1980 Chrysler 1609 and 1980 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chrysler 1609. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 1609. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1980 Chrysler 1609 has manual transmission. 1980 Chrysler 1609 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 1609 | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 1609 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3300 mm |
