2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Cortina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |