1977 GMC Suburban vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban 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 33 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 GMC Suburban | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Corsa |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |