1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 510 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1994 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, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fairlane | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2120 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 |
