1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 13 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 4,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
