1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 26 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1980 GMC Suburban | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Envoy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |