1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1995 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Azure. 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Azure | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Azure | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |
