1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 717 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Carens |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |