1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 605. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 605 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
