1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
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1981 GMC Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Express |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3429 mm |