2007 Ford Territory vs. 1983 GMC Suburban

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.

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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 1983 GMC Suburban
Make Ford GMC
Model Territory Suburban
Year Released 2007 1983
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 7446 cc
Horse Power 328 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 2330 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3300 mm


 

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