1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Sable. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1981 GMC Suburban | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Sable |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |