2002 Acura EL vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 21 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. 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 2002 Acura EL. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2002 Acura EL 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:
| 2002 Acura EL | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | EL | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
