2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 28 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy.
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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Envoy | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3300 mm |