1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Sienna |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2910 mm |