1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 621 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3350 mm |
