2003 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 30 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm 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:
| 2003 Chevrolet Prizm | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Prizm | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3300 mm |
