1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 11 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 785 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Aerostar | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
