2011 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Celica |
Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2652 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2620 mm |