1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1974 GMC Suburban | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |