1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Envoy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |