1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 18 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Solara. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 GMC Suburban | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Solara |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |