1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1990 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |