1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 10 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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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1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Zagato | Suburban |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |