1991 GMC Suburban vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Suburban.
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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3300 mm |
