1972 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Felicia is newer by 27 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1999 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Skoda Felicia. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Felicia. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1999 Skoda Felicia 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 | 1999 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
