1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban 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 (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |