1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 980 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Crown |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1250 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 |
