1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 34 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban.
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, 2007 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Yukon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |