1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 185 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Suburban | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
