1974 Citroen CX vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1974 Citroen CX and 1974 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 680 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | CX | Suburban |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3300 mm |