1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 127 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Suburban | F-150 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3050 mm |