2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 910 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Soarer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |