2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 25 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Venture | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3300 mm |