1993 Ford Escort vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 14 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 42 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1993 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 1993 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
