1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy

To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy.

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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

1974 GMC Suburban 1984 GMC Jimmy
Make GMC GMC
Model Suburban Jimmy
Year Released 1974 1984
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2720 mm


 

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