1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
