1986 Ford Escort vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |
