2008 Ford Focus vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 868 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3300 mm |
