2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 27 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Acadia | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |