1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Camaro | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
