1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Ford Windstar
To start off, 1995 Ford Windstar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Windstar (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 542 kg more than 1995 Ford Windstar.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Windstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1995 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Windstar |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
