1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 840 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1969 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Coronet | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3300 mm |
