2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 26 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3300 mm |
