1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Century would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Century. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 525 kg more than 1981 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Century |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |