2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6799 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3300 mm |
