1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Spirit |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |