1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2340 mm |
