2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
