2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3300 mm |
