1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 496 kg more than 1981 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
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1981 GMC Suburban | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Express |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3429 mm |