1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Focus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
