1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 733 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen CC 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.
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1981 GMC Suburban | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | CC |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |