1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2003 Dodge Neon is newer by 29 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, 2003 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Neon. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Neon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
