1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 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, 2003 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 880 kg more than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Camry. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1987 GMC Suburban | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Camry |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |