1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1980 GMC Suburban | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Suburban | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |