1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 472 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
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 (285 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1981 GMC Suburban | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 248 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3250 mm |