1974 Buick GS vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Buick GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | GS | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
