1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion tC. 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | GMC | Scion |
| Model | Suburban | tC |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
