2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 218 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet 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 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
