1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 23 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 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
