2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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 Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fusion | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
