1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Maverick | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3300 mm |
