1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2001 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
