1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 1 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane. 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 1993 Ford Fairlane. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fairlane | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3350 mm |
