1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
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1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Caprice | Suburban |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |