1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida is newer by 9 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, 1985 Toyota Cressida (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Cressida has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
