1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 855 kg more than 1982 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
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1982 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Suburban |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |