2009 Ford Edge vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |
