1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 34 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1974 GMC Suburban | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Suburban | Actyon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |