1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 714 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Legacy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2751 mm |