1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 218 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 1981 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Bentley Chevrolet
Model Hunaudieres Suburban
Year Released 1999 1981
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 8000 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 615 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 760 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 2232 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3300 mm


 

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