1972 Ford Torino vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 623 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Torino | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
