1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 456 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1974 GMC Suburban | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sorento |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |