1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 24 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, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Escape |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
