1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 99 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3300 mm |
