2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 694 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
