1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
