2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 978 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
