1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 725 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 GMC Suburban | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Impreza |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |