1968 Ford Escort vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1968 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 1968 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 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:
1968 Ford Escort | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Suburban |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3300 mm |