2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 34 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Rainier | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3300 mm |
