1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 46 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona 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 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Corona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
