1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 30 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 136 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra. 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 2002 Lancia Lybra. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Lybra 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 | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
