2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 27 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 624 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestyle | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3300 mm |
