1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 30 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
