1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Coupe |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |