1972 GMC Suburban vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Suburban | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
