1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |