1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 824 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (171 Nm). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
