2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona 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 193 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |