1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 276 kg more than 1972 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3099 mm |
