2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus X | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 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 | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3300 mm |
