1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 626 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2911 mm |