1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3070 mm |
