2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Prefect |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |