1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 651 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Silverado |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 4010 mm |