1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 86 kg more than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. 2013 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2790 mm |