2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3300 mm |
