1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 98 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.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Suburban | F-150 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3670 mm |