2009 Ford Escape vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
