2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 26 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, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3300 mm |
