1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 289 kg more than 1977 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
