1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 38 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
