1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Forte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2649 mm |
