1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 737 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1495 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 |
