1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 740 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2840 mm |
