1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 15 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 909 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Delta 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 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
