1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 15 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. 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 1995 Rover 214. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 214 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 214 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 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | 214 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
