1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
