1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Jazz 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.
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1980 GMC Suburban | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Jazz |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |