1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 944 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 GMC Suburban | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Corolla |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |