1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Falcon |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |