1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 676 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3240 mm |
