1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1975 Porsche 924 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 924. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 924 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 | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 924 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |