1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper 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.
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1981 GMC Suburban | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | GMC | Mini |
Model | Suburban | Cooper |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2547 mm |