1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 9 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Stealth | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Stealth | Suburban |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3300 mm |