2002 Ford Focus vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 976 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
