1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1980 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 305. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1980 Peugeot 305 has manual transmission. 1980 Peugeot 305 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1980 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 305 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
