1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Suburban | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Carina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |