1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 965 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2590 mm |