1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Suburban | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2466 mm |
