1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Toyota Tundra. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Tundra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3270 mm |