1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet 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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |