1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Tercel has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Tercel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Tercel |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |