1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 28 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
