1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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 140 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Vitz has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Vitz |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2380 mm |