1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | B |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2699 mm |