1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is newer by 11 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 778 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | 260 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
