1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2010 Kia Opirus 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 333 kg more than 2010 Kia Opirus.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Opirus. 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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
