1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 141 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2030 mm |
