1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 29 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 945 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
