1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is newer by 22 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 148 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | E420 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
