2009 Acura MDX vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 28 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, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 543 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
