1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |