1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Ram |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |