2000 Ford Puma vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 153 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Puma | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3300 mm |
