1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2930 mm |
