1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 39 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 443 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2838 mm |
