1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 40 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 309 kg more than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2900 mm |
