2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-350 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3300 mm |
