1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Caprice | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
