1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 580 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |
