1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | GMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Suburban | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3060 mm |
