1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 106 kg more than 1980 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1980 GMC Suburban | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Suburban | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2916 mm |