1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
