1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 21 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 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Ford Equator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Equator |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1787 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 160 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1208 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3260 mm |