1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
