1974 Buick GS vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 33 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | GS | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
