1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 542 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |