1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 258 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1981 GMC Suburban | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Touareg |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2893 mm |