1964 Checker Town vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 922 kg more than 1964 Checker Town. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Town | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3302 mm |
