1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 619 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 GMC Suburban | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Suburban | Actyon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |