1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 17 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | GMC | MCC |
| Model | Suburban | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1820 mm |
