1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 885 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Baja |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |