1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2920 mm |
