1978 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1978 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1974 Lancia 2000.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia 2000. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1974 Lancia 2000 has manual transmission. 1974 Lancia 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 1974 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Suburban | 2000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |