2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1981 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Suburban |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3300 mm |