1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 712 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1980 GMC Suburban | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3110 mm |