1972 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 24 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Kia Retona. 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Retona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |