1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chevrolet Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
