1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 852 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche 911. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (366 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
