1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Consul |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
