2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,298 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 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2170 mm |
