1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Explorer |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |