1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2670 mm |
