2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-250 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3300 mm |
