1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 32 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Journey. 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Journey |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1692 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2891 mm |
