1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 35 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |