1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
