2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
