2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 25 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, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 949 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Stratus. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
