1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 937 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1974 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1974 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 GMC Suburban | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Suburban | 504 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |