2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
