1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 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 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 456 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
