1999 Eagle Talon vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 Eagle Talon is newer by 18 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 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 975 kg more than 1999 Eagle Talon.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Eagle Talon. 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Eagle Talon. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1999 Eagle Talon 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:
| 1999 Eagle Talon | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Eagle | GMC |
| Model | Talon | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
