1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 530 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
