1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 307 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Stavic.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. 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 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Suburban | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
