1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Suburban |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3300 mm |