1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 337 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Ram |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3560 mm |