1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
