1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
