1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Highlander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2789 mm |