1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 35 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica 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 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Suburban | Indica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
