1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 953 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2510 mm |
