1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair 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 257 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1757 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsair | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3302 mm |
