2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Envoy | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3300 mm |