2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | LTD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
