1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F 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 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 932 kg more than 1983 Toyota Model F. 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 Model F. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Model F |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2240 mm |
