1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1990 Toyota Supra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 673 kg more than 1990 Toyota Supra.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Supra. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Supra 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 GMC Suburban | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Supra |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |