1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
Make | GMC | Rover |
Model | Suburban | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |