1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Corolla |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |