1977 GMC Suburban vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 GMC Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 GMC Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 GMC Suburban | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Corona |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |