1959 Ford Escort vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1483 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Suburban |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3300 mm |