2003 Ford Taurus vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Ford Taurus is newer by 28 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, 2003 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 723 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Taurus. 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, 2003 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
