1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 20 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 15 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Crown |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |