1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 905 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Suburban | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2467 mm |
