1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1986 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Crown |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2700 mm |
