1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1972 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Vega | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3300 mm |
