1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 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 55 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1999 Skoda Octavia. 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 1999 Skoda Octavia. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1999 Skoda Octavia 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 | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
