1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1985 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Alto 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Alto. 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 1985 Suzuki Alto. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1985 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Alto |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2180 mm |
