1974 Buick GS vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 39 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 10 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 193 kg more than 1974 Buick GS.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | GS | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2857 mm |
