1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
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 (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Suburban | 3008 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2613 mm |