1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 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 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3300 mm |
