1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 546 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1980 GMC Suburban | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |