1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 882 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Crown |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
