1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 352 kg more than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2789 mm |