1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 GMC Suburban | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |