1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 37 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, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 703 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
1975 GMC Suburban | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Suburban | Verano |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |