1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Falcon |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |