1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Suburban | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
