1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 380 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |