1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Century |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |