1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 396 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2870 mm |