1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 886 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
