2006 Ford Maverick vs. 1982 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick.
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, 1982 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 1982 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Maverick | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
