1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
