1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 24 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2380 mm |
