1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Pod |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
