1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 25 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, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3080 mm |
