1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1630 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. 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 Tata Nano. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Nano 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 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Suburban | Nano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2230 mm |
