2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2430 mm |