1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1981 GMC Suburban | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Impreza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2645 mm |