1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 450 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.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2320 mm |