1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 765 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Suburban | Defender |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |