1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Suburban | FB Special |
Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2670 mm |