1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Torana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2550 mm |
