2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 855 kg more than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2740 mm |
