1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 34 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Sienna |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |