1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | E-250 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3510 mm |