1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 646 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3250 mm |
