2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |