1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1999 Ford Tracer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (101 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1999 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
