2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban.
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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3300 mm |
