1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 31 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 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1999 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. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3350 mm |
