1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1272 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Suburban | iQ |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2000 mm |
