1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
