2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 34 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | STS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3300 mm |
