1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 35 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 515 kg more than 1976 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3099 mm |