1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
