1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect. 1990 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Prefect | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3300 mm |
