1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
