2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | LTD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
