1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza

To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Chevrolet Suburban 2001 Toyota Altezza
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Suburban Altezza
Year Released 1980 2001
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2230 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2550 mm


 

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