1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 38 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 518 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Suburban | STS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2957 mm |
