1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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 GMC Suburban (345 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Forester |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |