1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 32 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 807 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
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) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (225 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Suburban | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
