2000 Ford Equator vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 21 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 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Equator | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 4093 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2232 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 3300 mm |
