1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Ford F-150.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
