1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Corona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
