1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 560 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (191 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1640 kg |
