2002 Dodge M80 vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2002 Dodge M80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge M80 has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge M80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | M80 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3300 mm |
