1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
