1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 587 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1974 GMC Suburban | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Legacy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2751 mm |