2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 670 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3300 mm |
