1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Suburban | Discovery |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |