1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet 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, 1975 Chevrolet Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Escape |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
