1982 Ford Escort vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3300 mm |
