1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 TVR Griffith. 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Griffith 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 | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Suburban | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
