1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 29 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 529 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda BT-50 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.
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1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |