1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1984 Dodge Daytona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1984 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Daytona | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Daytona | Suburban |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3300 mm |