1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 32 kg more than 1973 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Suburban | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2916 mm |