1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 123 kg more than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
