1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Suburban | Musso |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |