1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 820 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1974 GMC Suburban | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | GMC | Holden |
Model | Suburban | Commodore |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |