1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Prefect | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3300 mm |
