1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (178 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 617 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
