1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 491 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (383 Nm). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
