1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 39 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, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 403 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.
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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | GMC | Acura |
Model | Suburban | TL |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2776 mm |