1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 800 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 GMC Suburban | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Jetta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2651 mm |