1969 Ford 17 vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford 17 | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | 17 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
