1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 513 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
