2000 Ford Artic vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 902 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Artic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Artic | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3300 mm |
