2004 Ford Escape vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 23 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 712 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
