1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 77 kg more than 1982 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Routan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3080 mm |
