1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
