1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 34 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
