1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 695 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | CC |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2708 mm |
