1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 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 64 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
