1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 810 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Cresta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |