1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Focus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
