1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer 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 131 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer. 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Soarer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2670 mm |