1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
