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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 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. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 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 | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3378 mm |