1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2300 mm |
