1982 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 845 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban. 1982 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
