1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 141 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3378 mm |
