1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1361 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1971 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1971 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Seven |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2240 mm |
