1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 272 kg more than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | GMC | Saab |
| Model | Suburban | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2837 mm |
