1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 846 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Silverado |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 4010 mm |