1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 831 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
