1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 36 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, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 172 kg more than 2010 Ford Flex.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Flex. 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Flex |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2995 mm |
