1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | GTI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2578 mm |
