1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 630 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
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1974 GMC Suburban | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Lancer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2634 mm |