1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |