1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
