1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 612 kg more than 1984 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Suburban | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2920 mm |