1979 Buick Century vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 5 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, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Century | Suburban |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |