1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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 115 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 895 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Forester |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |