1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 685 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
