2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 671 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3300 mm |
