1975 GMC Suburban vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 864 kg more than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1982 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1982 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
