1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1433 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cortina | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3302 mm |
