2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 26 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Acadia | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
