1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 40 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 786 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2911 mm |