1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 35 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 566 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2766 mm |
