1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 363 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
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1975 GMC Suburban | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Suburban | E-Series |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3505 mm |