1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 31 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3280 mm |
