2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 28 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, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Freestyle. 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, 2007 Ford Freestyle (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestyle | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 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 | 221 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3300 mm |
