1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 27 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 1258 kg more than 2009 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Escape |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
