1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Hummer H2
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 35 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 703 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, 2008 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2008 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | GMC | Hummer |
| Model | Suburban | H2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |
