1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 939 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Silverado |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |