1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 750 kg more than 1981 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Falcon. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2830 mm |
