1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 413 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Charger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3048 mm |
