1991 GMC Suburban vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 1977 Toyota Century | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Century |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
