1986 GMC Suburban vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1986 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 Rover 3.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2820 mm |
