1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 37 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, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo 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 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Suburban | Sumo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2425 mm |