2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rainier | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4093 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 | 2095 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3300 mm |