1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 30 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 775 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Caddy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |