1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 510 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Caprice | Suburban |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |