1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 689 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage 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 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sportage |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |