1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | GMC | Saab |
| Model | Suburban | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
