2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 343 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |
