1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1974 GMC Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. 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 80 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. 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 1965 Steyr 700C. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C 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 GMC Suburban | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | GMC | Steyr |
| Model | Suburban | 700C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1950 mm |
