2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1879 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2220 mm |
